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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga

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Knife Specifications

Due to the handmade nature of many items, slight variations may occur.

Steel
SLD Core, Stainless Black Damascus Clad
Hardness
61 HRC
54 Soft 67 Hard
Maintenance
Moderate
3 / 5
How to care for this steel
Style
Bunka
Blade Material
SLD Core, Stainless Black Damascus Clad
Handle Material
Octagon Mono Bubinga
Bevel
Double Bevel
Edge Length
175mm
Overall Length
316mm
Spine Thickness Heel/Mid
2.4mm/2.4mm
Blade Height @ Heel
45mm
gWeight
143g

An In Depth Look

Blade Type
Blade Type

The Bunka is your small/medium sized prep solution. If you prefer a slightly shorter blade length but still need to prep veggies and smaller cuts of meat, this is your stop. The angled "K-Tip" allows for finer tip work and can be used to sweep ingredients across the board so you don't dull your edge.

Steel Type
Steel Type Read

Japanese SLD steel is a semi-stainless steel crafted through advanced metallurgy. It is used often in Sanjo knives, has a non-chippy edge and is extremely tough. This high-carbon steel, enriched with chromium and molybdenum, offers excellent performance, but be mindful not to leave it wet for extended periods.

Care Information
Care Information Read

Hand wash only, never put in a dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in a saya. Sharpen on a whetstone when the blade dulls. Read our full maintenance guide for more information.

Forged In Amagasaki·Brand

Hatsukokoro

Amagasaki, Hyogo
Hatsukokoro

Operating out of Amagasaki since 2019.

Coordinates
34.7°N · 135.4°E
Signature
Wide-range OEM brand, value performance
Steels
GinsanSKD-11
Based in Amagasaki, Hatsukokoro partners closely with a wide network of skilled Japanese blacksmiths (Think Yoshikane, Myojin, Yauji and many more) and manufacturers to create an expansive range of kitchen knives. Their approach is rooted in collaboration, drawing on the strengths of various makers across Japan to develop collections that span from accessible entry-level pieces to exceptional high-performance tools.
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